Ideos Institute

The (Re)union workshop spotlight: Join Angela Weszely of ProGrace for an experiential workshop that transcends political divisions and breaks systemic cycles of judgment. Discover how Christians can create safe spaces where both women and children are valued equally, and learn practical ways to engage in grace-filled conversations about unintended pregnancy and abortion. This workshop equips you with transformative tools to be a catalyst for change in your community. Attend this and so much more as part of The (Re)union in February. Tickets available now: https://lnkd.in/gYNHF3ct

The (Re)union, Workshop Spotlight: "One Anothering in Political Turbulence" As we navigate the challenges of post-inauguration political tensions, how can we lead with grace and cultivate hope and unity? Join Rev. Jess Shults, Chief Partnerships Officer at The Colossian Forum, for this hour-long workshop introducing The Colossian Forum's dialogue guide. Designed for small groups, it equips leaders with tools for Spirit-let conversations, fostering Christ-centered reconciliation. Gain resources to navigate post-inauguration political tensions with grace, cultivating hope and unity in polarized times. Get tickets for The (Re)union today: https://lnkd.in/gYNHF3ct

Ready to join a community of peacemakers looking for new ways to bring unity and healing to a hurting world? Then register early and grab your spot for "The (Re)union 2025" - a virtual summit for peacemakers.

Coming February 26-28: The (Re)union, a gathering of peacemakers. This virtual event is your chance to reconnect, refocus, and reignite your passion for peace, justice, and reconciliation. Designed to inspire and equip Christian peacemakers from all walks of life, this isn’t just a conference—it’s a movement. By joining The (Re)union, you’ll become part of a vibrant community committed to living out Jesus’ call in today’s divided world. Pre-register today: https://lnkd.in/gYNHF3ct

In the last four days leading up to the election, we’re offering four additional reflections from new partners (Carlos L Malavé, Mako Nagasawa, Pete Enns) and also our founder, Christy Vines. May we remember to look for opportunities for unity in these last days and prepare to be agents of God’s love. #thereunionproject #31daysofunity

Our culture is marked by antagonism and polarization. The (Re)union Project seeks to counteract this by moving Christians from division to a Christ-centered movement of renewal and healing. If we can’t create authentic unity in the church, how can we bring it to our world? #ReunionProject #31DaysOfUnity

In the latest episode of For the Church and the World, put out by the Yale Center for Faith & Culture, our founder Christy Vines joins host Evan Rosa to discuss politics, unity, and empathic intelligence. In their conversation, Christy reflects on how politics has increasingly become a source of identity, overshadowing spirituality and how we often mistake unity for sameness. She emphasizes how instead, there is a deep need for empathy and diversity in building real unity, grounded in the life and teachings of Christ. This conversation reminds us that unity isn’t about conformity but celebrating differences and cultivating trust and care across divides. It’s the heavenly sandpaper Christy mentions—rubbing against one another to refine ourselves into a stronger, unified body of Christ. Listen to hear how empathic wisdom, rooted in humility, can foster true unity in the Church and society: https://lnkd.in/gsaQgV8m And don’t miss out ongoing 31 Days of Unity campaign, leading up to the 2024 election! Visit thereunionproject.us to get involved. #UnityInDiversity #EmpathyInAction #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld #ChristyVines

The Center for Christian Civics was founded by two friends oriented at opposite sides of the political spectrum who saw the need for civic discipleship. Co-Founder, Rick Barry, will help us prepare for whatever is next for us post-election during the #31daysofunity. Don't miss what he has to say. Join the 31 Days of Unity, starting October 1: https://lnkd.in/ejWqUqZC

You all! We could not be more excited to have a Sacred Listening Tool as the official companion to Ideos Institute's, The (Re)Union Project 31-Days of Unity Campaign. We built these exercises specifically with this important campaign in mind as a way to help religious people find community, peace and neighbors in what might otherwise be a very tense and divisive month. The 31-Days of Unity Campaign is a way to encourage personal reflection, prayer, and embodied practice to shift our focus away from polarizing politics and towards the unifying presence of Christ, fostering a shared life that transcends election results. You can sign up on their website (https://lnkd.in/ejWqUqZC) for daily texts or to download the Sacred Listening Tool, "Fostering Empathy and Unity," that we made to support the campaign. #31DaysOfUnity #TheReunionProject #UnityInChrist #listeningissacred #elections #unity #church #empathy #religion #healing #together Josh Packard, Ph.D. Megan Bissell Christy Vines Greg Arthur Lauren Chow

We are excited that we are only a few weeks away from the launch of the 31 Days of Unity Campaign! Check out this conversation with Dr. Vincent Bacote, a campaign contributor, about faithful political engagement in our current cultural moment. Join the movement towards unity in the church by taking 1 minute today to sign up for the campaign at https://lnkd.in/ejWqUqZC